2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 237 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Mondeo 2006 Ford Mustang
Make Ford Ford
Model Mondeo Mustang
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 4015 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 367 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 100.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94.6 mm 84.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.5:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1478 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 61 L


 

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